Gastons Lane is in Bower Hinton, Martock and in Somerset district. TA12 6LN is located in the Martock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Somerton and Frome. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gastons Lane, Bower Hinton, Martock, TA12 6LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TA12 6LW, TA12 6LJ, TA12 6LP, TA12 6FB, TA12 6LR, TA12 6LL, TA12 6LX, TA12 6LH, TA12 6LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TA12 6LN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 55% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 4.0% |
| Male | 48.3% | 45% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -4.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.4% | 29.4% | 8.0% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 47.8% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11% | 11.1% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 6.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.1% | 45.5% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 36.7% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 11.7% | -5.5% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 15% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.5% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 12.9% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.3% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 18.5% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 31% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.9% | 95.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gastons Lane was 35.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% lower than the Martock average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gastons Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Martock and the 660th lowest crime rate of 1,848 local areas in Somerset .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Gastons Lane, Martock, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-11-20 | £253,822 |
| 4 Gastons Lane, Martock, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-05-30 | £260,543 |
| 7 Gastons Lane, Martock, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2018-10-09 | £271,852 |
| 10 Gastons Lane, Martock, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-10-24 | £390,310 |
| 11 Gastons Lane, Martock, Somerset Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2014-06-20 | £350,538 |
TA12 6LN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TA12 6LN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martock Church of England VA Primary School Elmleigh Road , TA12 6EF | 3out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Petherton Junior School Hayes End , TA13 5AG | 4out of 4 | 2,480 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Primary School Castle Street , TA14 6RE | 3out of 4 | 2,513 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Petherton Church of England Infants and Pre School Church Path , Hele Lane TA13 5DY | 4out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton-sub-Hamdon Church of England Primary School New Road , Norton-sub-Hamdon TA14 6SF | 3out of 4 | 2,930 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanchester Academy East Stoke , TA14 6UG | 3out of 4 | 4,097 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yandles Cafe | Hurst | 873 yd | |
| The Ranch Cafe & Deli | Parrett Works | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rose and Crown Inn | The Rose And Crown Inn, Bower Hinton | 608 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.